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Sophie Rain is a content creator who went viral a few years ago after proving to doubters that she has made $110 million on OnlyFans. Join Don as he asks Sophie about growing up on food stamps, getting fired from a restaurant job for posting online, arguing with lawmakers on Piers Morgan's show , and much more! 🍋

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They call her the "human printer," and she rarely leaves Donald Trump's side. Natalie Harp has become one of Trump's closest advisors and aides, traveling with him overseas and frequently researching & posting things for the president on his social media. Remember when Trump switched to the non-Qatari Air Force One due to a credible threat? Ms. Harp was one of the chosen few to join Trump on the safe plane. Not even Secretary of State Marco Rubio received that luxury. Join Don and Daniel Grimes to break down this evolving story. 🍋

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On Monday, Ben Crump sent out a press release saying that Nolan's legal team is prepared to make his phone available to the Jackson County DA for the joint forensic inspection. With today being the deadline, we are awaiting updates. Join Don and guest Garrison Hayes to break down the Nolan Wells case, the Karmelo Anthony trial, and more as they take your phone calls live . 🍋

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Lindsey Graham passed away over a month ago. His sister Darline was chosen to replace him in the Senate. What are her qualifications to be a U.S. Senator? Not much... Join Don, Daniel, and guests to break down this story that only Donald Trump could inflict upon us. 🍋

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The death of Cambridge professor Jason Arday was an avoidable tragedy. Jason was the youngest Black professor in the overwhelmingly white university's history. And because of that, he always had a target on his back. After allegations of plagiarism were brought forth by two men with histories of racism and racist ideas, Arday was staunchly defended by the university and his peers. But this did not stop the British press from writing hundreds of articles about him, creating a social media storm that lead to daily harassment. Join Don as he breaks this story down. 🍋

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Nolan Wells' birthday vigil was held last night in Biloxi, MS. Pastor Jamal Bryant spoke about Nolan, the mysterious nature of his death, and the fact that the investigators are not being forthright with their information. There was also a touching moment where the congregation joined Nolan's parents in singing happy birthday. 🍋

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Today we celebrate the life of Nolan Wells on what would have been his 19th birthday. The National Action Network held a virtual prayer vigil today and a separate celebration of his life will be held tonight at 7pm in Biloxi. Also, journalist, lawyer, and friend of the show Katie Phang has been successfully suing the DOJ to release more Epstein files. She joins us to discuss this process. 🍋

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Florida state representative Angie Nixon won the Florida Democratic Primary for Senate yesterday, defeating an opponent who outspent her by millions of dollars. Rep. Nixon is a member of the Democratic Socialists of America who are on a hot streak with big primary wins all across the country. Hear how she won and how she would represent the state of Florida if elected in November. 🍋

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Today would have been Nolan Wells' 19th birthday. There will be a prayer rally held today in Biloxi to honor Nolan's life while the family continues to call for the truth about what happened to their son. Attorney Ben Crump and Pastor Jamal Bryant will attend the rally. We will also be joined by Congressman Ro Khanna to discuss Nolan's story and the story of several other young Black people who have died mysteriously. 🍋

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Stephen A. Smith was obviously hurt by the NABJ giving him the "thumbs down" award. He spoke about it on his own show and told his side of the story. But why did he then go and choose to appear on MAGA media like Sean Hannity's show on FOX? DL Hughley thinks that this is just another example of the problem with Stephen A. Smith to begin with. 🍋

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After the NABJ awarded Stephen A. Smith with the "thumbs down award,' it didn't take long before he responded. After addressing the issue on his own podcast, he took to MAGA media to explain himself further. Why FOX News? Why News Nation? Why is Officer Tater defending him too? Join Don to break this down. 🍋

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Nolan Wells' phone has been the subject of much intrigue recently, with all parties involved eagerly awaiting what clues may come from the data thats on Nolan's phone. Attorney Ben Crump has announced that the Wells family and forensic experts are both on standby for a joint inspection of Nolan's phone "any day this week." Also, the family's legal team has grown again, adding Kristen Clarke, General Counsel of the NAACP. Joining us to discuss is Derrick Johnson, CEO of the NAACP. 🍋

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The National Association of Black Journalists recently gave ESPN host Stephen A. Smith the "thumbs down" award due to his "recurring public pattern of disparaging commentary directed at prominent Black women across politics, sports and media." Former ESPN host Jemele Hill joins Don to break this down. 🍋

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Nolan Wells' friends' apologist Officer Tater joined psychotherapist Elliott Connie recently to discuss the Wells case and Tater's related interviews. Mr. Connie joins us live this morning to break that discussion down. Also, Stephen A. Smith was given an 'F' by the National Association of Black Journalists in regards to "his recurring pattern of disparaging commentary directed at prominent Black women across politics, sports, and media." Let's talk about it! 🍋

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Candace Owens, Tucker Carlson, Megyn Kelly... the list goes on. One by one the MAGA faithful are abandoning their dear leader. I suppose it was only a matter of time before his lies caught up with him. Mike Nellis joins Don to break down this inevitable break away from the cult of MAGA. 🍋

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Jason Lee joins Don to break down Nicki Minaj's cozying up to MAGA. What's in it for her? Did she sell out? 🍋

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Don Lemon and Jennifer Welch are back, and this time Melania Trump is the topic. Where has she been? Why has Donald Trump been hanging out with Natalie Harp? Also, we've heard about Trump's catering cart escape plan, but who exactly did he leave in the decoy jet? Find out and more with Don and Jen. 🍋

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Host of Soul School Lexi Allen joins the show for a fun Friday game. Lexi quizzes LMN staff to see who gets to keep their Black card and who will get it revoked! 🍋 

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A few days ago we reported on a letter sent from Ben Crump's team to the Jackson County DA Angel Myers McIlrath in regards to the examination of Nolan's phone. Yesterday, Ben Crump and team reiterated that the examination of the phone will be done jointly with the DA. Why isn't this enough for others to stop asking about it? Join Don to break this down. 🍋

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Today, Nolan Wells' parents Christine and Elmore Wonsley sat down at the National Association of Black Journalists to discuss the tragic death of their son. Joined by their attorney Ben Crump as well as Al Sharpton, the parents spoke on where they would like the investigation to go at this point in time. 🍋

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This is a wild one. It's being reported that Donald Trump's NATO summit trip to Turkey last month ended with a secret escape plan due to Iranian threats. In order to discretely board a second jet, Trump was hidden inside of a catering truck and loaded onto the extra plane. But who remained on the threatened plane? Marco Rubio, Stephen Miller, Scott Bessent, dozens of journalists, and many other staffers. Were they acceptable losses in this credible threat against Trump's life? Mike Nellis joins Don to break down this story. 🍋

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Nolan Wells' friends' attorneys appeared on Nancy Grace's show last night. In her classic style, Nancy asked them question after question to try and pin down what they know about the Nolan Wells case and what their clients have done or not done in relation to it. Once again, we are left wondering what on earth they were thinking putting themselves out in public like this. This episode is sponsored by FFRF. Visit https://ffrf.us/don or text DON 511511 to join or learn more. Because freedom belongs to all of us. Text Fees May Apply This episode is...

Breaking news! Karoline Leavitt has stepped down as Donald Trump's press secretary after recently returning from maternity leave. Her term lasted roughly a year and a half. Also, the Congressional Black Caucus has demanded that the Department of Justice look into the Nolan Wells case. How will this affect the investigation? What will their response be? Join Don and guests to break this all down. 🍋 This episode is sponsored by FFRF. Visit https://ffrf.us/don or text DON 511511 to join or learn more. Because freedom belongs to all of us. Text Fees May Apply WE HAVE MERCH!! Purchase her...

Part two of the latest interview of Nolan Wells' friends dropped last night. Why do they keep doing these interviews? Charles Latibeaudiere from TMZ joins us to try and answer that very question. 🍋

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We have obtained an exclusive letter in regards to the examination of Nolan Wells' phone and those who claim that the parents of Nolan are not cooperating with officials. Also, the second part of an interview with the friends of Nolan has been released. Join Don and guests Reecie Colbert and Clay Cane to break this all down. 🍋 This episode is sponsored by FFRF. Visit https://ffrf.us/don or text DON 511511 to join or learn more. Because freedom belongs to all of us. Text Fees May Apply This episode is brought to you by Lean. Visit https://TAKELEAN.com...

Last week, Justin J. Pearson won the democratic primary to represent Tennessee's 9th district. Today, Don asks him about his victory, what establishment democrats can learn from young progressives like himself, how the DSA factors into the shape of the democratic party, & his thoughts on the Nolan Wells tragedy.

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One of the most discussed parts of the Nolan Wells investigation is a phone call made from Nolan Wells' friends' boat to a boat towing company as the boat took on water. When the audio was professionally enhanced, many believe to have heard incriminating dialogue between the friends in regards to what happened to Nolan. During the second round of interviews with a far-right podcast host, these friends reject any of these assertions. Join Don and Attorney Charles Coleman as they break down this story. 🍋

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The 'friends' of Nolan Wells have been busy lately. They hired attorneys, revisited Horn Island, and now have sat down again with a far-right podcaster to discuss what happened on July 4th and the fallout that resulted. Oh, and the guy on the right side of the thumbnail image? That's their new lawyer Edward Paltzik who has also represented Donald Trump. Join Don and guests Justin Pearson and Elliott Connie to break down this and other news. 🍋

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Nolan Wells' 'friends' have been busy lately. Last week, the retained ex-Trump lawyers and joined those lawyers in returning to Horn Island in what some see as a PR stunt. Today, they sat down on another podcast to be interviewed about Nolan and what happened on the Fourth of July. Join Don and guests Ty Cobb & Justin Pearson to break down this story and many more. 🍋 This episode is sponsored by FFRF. Visit https://ffrf.us/don or text DON 511511 to join or learn more. Because freedom belongs to all of us. Text Fees May Apply WE HAVE MERCH!! Pur...

Last Friday, Nolan Wells' 'friends', accompanied by their lawyers, took a trip to the place where Nolan was last seen alive: Horn Island. They say that this trip was not to gather evidence but rather to "understand the layout and dynamics of the island." Former judge Yolanda Trotman and Crisis & reputation strategist Molly McPherson join Don to break down what this island trip could really mean in the grand scheme of this case.

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They went back. More than a month after Nolan Wells died, several of the young men who were with him on Horn Island have returned, and photos from the island are already circulating online. Their representatives call it grief and their own investigation. Don takes a closer look at what the return means for a case that's still unresolved, and what it says about who gets the benefit of the doubt.

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This week was another chapter in the Nolan Wells story. We received an updated timeline from the United Cajun Navy. Don spoke with a man named Emmanuel who knows the Wells family somewhat, but the conversation morphed into something different all together. We had audio engineer Jeanetta Brantley on to discuss the vile death threats that she and her wife are receiving. Not to mention, a far-right wing podcaster named Brandon Tatum keeps injecting himself into this tragedy and stirring up racial tension related to the case. Whew, what a week. Join Don to break it all down. 🍋 This epi...

There has been much scrutiny over Nolan Wells' friend group that he was last seen with before his death. We don't know what happened on July 4th, but they have chosen to appear on a far-right wing podcast to defend themselves and now some of the 'friends' have hired Trump's former lawyer Edward Andrew Paltzik. Don enlisted two attorneys, Charles Coleman and Qasim Rashid, to break down what this means.

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The main reason that we cover the death of Nolan Wells as much as we do is to help find answers as to what happened to him on Horn Island. But it's also to expose how much race plays a part in determining who gets justice in America. We know that if a young white man was found dead after being with his Black friend group there would be a swift investigation, arrests made, and the benefit of the doubt given to the white man. Author Eddie Glaude Jr. joins Don this morning to discuss the importance of the...

In the last decade, Donald Trump and his MAGA cult have torn down countless literal and figurative elements of what America is. The White House is in shambles. People are grabbed off of the streets and thrown into detention centers whether they have committed a crime or not. Birthright citizenship, voting rights, trans rights, abortion rights, civil rights: all of these things are slowly being eroded by a party that claims to be the most patriotic. While the US has never truly lived up it its ideals in the first place, the best of us are at least trying...

Civil rights attorney Charles Coleman joins Don to break down a phenomenon that is not new, but is showing up in a modern way: The Rise Of The Digital Black Sellout. We've seen certain Black content creators churn out hours upon hours of content that specializes in telling other Black people that they're wrong about their own oppression. These creators tend to operate in a far-right MAGA space that serves against their own interests except for one in particular: making money. We all know who they are. You don't want to miss this conversation! 🍋

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The Nolan Wells case has taken another dramatic turn. Several of Nolan's friends have now retained a former Trump attorney as they push back against what they say is widespread misinformation surrounding the case. What does this legal move mean, and how could it impact the investigation? Don is joined by attorneys Qasim Rashid and Charles Coleman to break down the latest developments, the legal implications, and what comes next.

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The Nolan Wells case has taken another dramatic turn. Tonight, Don is joined by Jeanetta Brantley, the audio expert who first isolated key audio from the Sea Tow distress call that sparked nationwide discussion. Since sharing her analysis, Jeanetta says she has faced a wave of threats and harassment. She joins us live to discuss her findings, respond to the criticism, and explain why she believes the focus should remain on uncovering the truth in Nolan's case.

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We've received many comments in regards to a recent Hot Topics show about Nolan Wells. Don interviewed a man named Emmanuel who claimed to be a family friend of Nolan and his parents. He was booked to give us an insight into what Nolan was like from someone who knew him well, and to possibly shine a light onto what could have happened on Horn Island. But the conversation quickly turned from Nolan to the idea that racism doesn't exist in Mississippi in the way that is being portrayed. Much like the audience, Don was surprised by this sudden...

As the Nolan Wells case continues to unfold, misinformation and racist narratives have spread across social media, distracting from the search for truth. This morning, Don breaks down the latest developments, confronts the false claims head-on, and examines how disinformation can derail both public understanding and the pursuit of justice. Join us live as we separate fact from fiction and focus on what really matters: getting answers for Nolan's family.

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